Food Scientist
8 hours ago
Griffith Foods is a global manufacturer of food products. We provide a wide range of taste and texture components for food industry customers throughout the world. Our products include seasoning blends, dry mixes, coating systems, dough blends, crumbs, flavors, sauces and food bases that are used in an extensive variety of application from snack foods and processed meat and poultry to ready meals. Our customers include food processors, restaurant operators and grocery retailers. While our name may not be familiar to consumers, our products are key components of foods offered by many of the world's best-known companies.
Position Summary:
Reporting to the Manager, Research & Development, the Food Scientist leads Griffith Foods Canada's Research & Development projects to develop new and optimized products for key clients that support the overall Griffith Foods business strategy.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Manages R&D projects and conducts ongoing scientific experiments contributing to new products and technologies.
- Offers recommendations for new products, processes, techniques, or solutions.
- Operates specialized equipment, evaluates materials and products, and assists in production trials as required.
- Communicates professionally with all departments, clients, and suppliers.
- Maintains GLP's, GMP's, and accurate laboratory records.
- Provides leadership and training to junior scientists.
- Participates in sensory panels.
- Participates in customer presentations.
- Participates in internal cross-functional teams to assist with special projects as assigned.
- Responsible for maintaining the security of all information regarding product formulas and related confidential information.
- Ensures a clean and safe work environment.
- Complies with all product safety, regulatory, and quality requirements, and with all company policies and procedures.
- Bachelor of Sciences degree in Food Science or related technical degree.
- 3+ years of relevant experience in Research and Development or related experience within the food industry.
- Experience working with Food Service/QSR and Seafood Processors is considered an asset.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Travel as required.
Paid top-up for pregnancy, parental and compassionate care leave.
Health and Group Benefits (100% of premiums paid by Griffith foods).
Education reimbursement program.
Life event recognition and on the job recognition.
Generous defined contribution retirement plan.
Career development and growth opportunities.
Annual wellness allowance.
Annual incentive.
*Please note that terms and conditions apply.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Griffith Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within our workforce. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process. If you need assistance or require accommodation please contact:
Other details
- Job Family Product Development
- Job Function Commercial
- Pay Type Salary
- Travel Required Yes
- Required Education Bachelor's Degree
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